TopLine Hay & Feed

06/12/2026

Why the Intensify Technology?

A truly effective feed does more than provide calories, it should support digestion, nutrient absorption, immune function, and overall health.

That's why we often look beyond protein, fat, and fiber and ask:
🔹 Does it support the hindgut microbiome with probiotics, prebiotics, and yeast cultures?
🔹 Does it include digestive enzymes to help break down and utilize nutrients more efficiently?
🔹 Does it provide highly available minerals, such as chelated minerals and organic selenium, that horses can actually absorb and use?
🔹 Are calories coming from safe energy sources like fat and digestible fiber instead of relying heavily on starch and sugar?
🔹 Does it contain ingredients like flax, fish oil, and omega-3 fatty acids that support normal inflammatory responses, skin, coat, and overall wellness?
🔹 Does it provide support for the immune system through ingredients such as beta glucans, vitamins, and trace minerals?

The digestive tract is the foundation of the horse's health. When the gut is functioning properly, horses are better able to utilize nutrients, maintain body condition, support immune function, and perform at their best.

Nutrition isn't just about what goes into the bucket, it's about what the horse can actually digest, absorb, and utilize.

06/11/2026

Showtime gamecock feed “el jefe” in stock

06/11/2026

This is our Bluebonnet nutritionist

ALLERGIES

Approximately 60% - 70% of a horse’s immune system is found in the intestine, therefore, supporting the immune function of intestinal cells is the foundation of supporting normal immune function throughout the horse’s body.

Allergic reactions are commonly a result of an immunodeficiency. When the cause is addressed (i.e.- compromised immune system, leaky gut, etc) instead of the symptom (i.e.- skin conditions, food allergies, etc) it can help reduce the headache of daily topical treatments, amount of changes to diet, and/or long term use of medications with potentially harmful side effects.

Ask me about Bluebonnet’s functional nutrition options for boosting and supporting the immune system to see if we can help. (And don’t forget! always start with covering their basic nutritional needs first.)

06/10/2026

Hay belly?

Bluebonnet Hay Fix digestive catalyst for 30-60 days is my go-to for hay belly or hard keepers. With pre/probiotics and digestive enzymes, it can help break down indigestible forage and provide extra aid in overall food digestion.

Click here to learn more https://bluebonnetfeeds.com/products/hay-fix-transform-dsi-pellet

06/09/2026

New products in stock!
and finally 100 years later we have the dog food back!!!
Showtime red & black
VP blue, orange, silver, red & black!
Along with some diamond naturals dog & cat food
Plus some other items.

We are working on continuing to expand inventory…… ask us about what seeds we carry, like Bahia, tifton 9, brown top millet
The deer brunch is a great one

06/09/2026

Did you know…

Sodium plays a major role in your horse’s hydration because it helps regulate thirst. When sodium levels are too low, horses may be less inclined to drink enough water. That’s why meeting their daily sodium requirement is so important, especially during hot weather, exercise, or travel.

One of the easiest and most affordable ways to provide sodium is with plain white loose table salt. A good starting point is about 1 tablespoon per 500 lbs of body weight per day to help support your horse’s sodium needs.

06/09/2026

The shop boys are doing a taste test of the cat food that just came in. We now have diamond naturals active cat in stock- chicken & rice in an 18 lb bag

Can you tell which orange cat is High Brow or Spitz? Pepito said he’s going to bulk up on this- I know he wants to be as big as his personality and his brothers!!

06/09/2026

Horse Hair Analysis... 🧐🧐 You will think twice after hearing the latest research 😮 Check out Feed Room Chemist Podcast, episode 109

06/05/2026

If you have questions about horse feed or nutrition- feed companies provide free consultations and don’t be afraid to call them all and get more information!!!

Feeding directions tell you the minimum amount that needs to be fed to provide the horse with its daily minimum vitamin and mineral requirements. NOT how much needs to be fed to maintain body condition.

Feeding 3 pounds of a 6 pound a day feeding rate is only providing half of that horse’s minimum requirements.

Keep in mind that minimum requirements are based off of the NRC manual and just tell us the minimum amount that has been shown through research to avoid deficiency for “most” horses.

It’s important to read your labels and find a feed or balancer that will meet your horse’s needs without over supplying calories, or work with a professional to help guide you. For a free equine nutrition consultation and help choosing the right feed for your horse, reach out to our team here >>>https://bluebonnetfeeds.com/pages/consults

06/05/2026

When switching feeds, protein and fat percentages are the least important things on the tag!

Here’s what I look at, in order of importance:

Ingredient List
Guaranteed Analysis
Feeding Directions

Let’s break it down:

1. Ingredient List
Are the ingredients clearly listed (e.g., beet pulp, alfalfa meal), or are they grouped under vague terms like “processed grain by-products”?
Collective terms = ingredient changes based on commodity prices.

2. Guaranteed Analysis
Only nutrients listed under the guaranteed analysis on the product tag (not just the website) are regulated and must be present at those levels, they’re testable and enforceable by law.

The more items guaranteed, the more nutritional quality the company is backing.
Marketing may promote “digestive support,” but unless ingredients like probiotics are in the guaranteed analysis, there’s no guarantee they’re viable post-manufacture (this is called tag dressing).
Note: Don’t compare nutrient levels without first comparing feeding rates, context matters!

3. Feeding Directions
These tell you how much to feed to meet the vitamin and mineral needs.

Example:
If a feed recommends 6 lbs/day for a 1000 lb horse and you’re feeding only 3 lbs, you’re delivering half the nutrition. Choosing a feed with a lower recommended feeding rate can be more cost-effective and appropriate.

A feed with a 3 lb/day rate vs. 6 lb/day dramatically affects both nutrition and cost. Lower feeding rates should have higher nutrient concentrations to make up the difference.

Organic Minerals
Organic forms (e.g., zinc methionine complex) are far more bioavailable than inorganic forms (e.g., zinc oxide).

Are organics listed before inorganics? If not, it may just be tag dressing. This is a deep topic, but placement matters!